10 Best Board Games for Adults 2022 | UK Gaming Blogger Reviewed

Always being one-upped at Pictionary? Well, welcome to Scrawl — the drawing game for people who can't draw! Each player begins with a scenario card, which they must draw and pass on to the player on their left whose best guess is it to what the heck is going on. The next player then attempts to depict the new description. Easy!

Did we mention the scenarios are all utterly bizarre? Have a go depicting scenes such as 'eating spiderwebs' or 'flea jousting' — it can only go downhill from here! Fairly priced with everything included, it had to be our number one choice. Sure to become a new classic with anyone who's up for a laugh.

An absolute classic, Settlers Of Catan is all about tactics and trading. In this game, players are tasked with building settlements on the island of Catan. But, in order to gain the resources required to build your settlement, you must barter with other players to get what you need.

While the roll of the dice lends an element of chance — those with a keen intuition, a strategic mindset and a silver-tongue are sure to prevail! It also means the game can be played many, many times with different outcomes with each go.

Remember Blockbuster Video? The days of video rental shops may be long past, but with this movie-based board game, you can relive the glory days of a bygone era of home entertainment.

Blockbuster combines movie trivia and charades in a frantic and fast-paced party game for film buffs of all ilks. Before you start, make sure to have a couple of AAA batteries on hand for the buzzer — unless you fancy adding an extra level of difficulty by shouting "BUZZ" each time you have the answer!

Articulate is the game for the garrulous. In this quick-fire board game, players are given a mere 30 seconds to name as many words from a particular category as possible. So, if you fancy yourself a bit of a wordsmith we definitely recommend giving this one a go.

The fast-paced rounds prevent the game from feeling laborious, making it a good choice for larger gatherings and parties. Providing you have a minimum of four players — the more the merrier, and you can even split into teams to up the ante!

Bob Ross: Happy Little Accidents is the game in which you transform abstract shapes and squiggles into Tate-worthy works of art. OK, so maybe you’re not the next Monet, but this drawing-based board game is a ton of fun for anyone who likes to dabble in a little creativity. 

Using the prompts, players must turn their assigned scribble into something somewhat recognisable. At the end of each round, players vote for their favourite drawings and the one with the most votes wins. And don't worry about running low on supplies — as drawing paper, markers, and a timer are included!

A great choice for team building days, Codenames is an espionage-themed guessing game that relies on razor-sharp communication and problem-solving.

Players split into two teams, allocating a Spymaster, who knows the secret identities of all 25 agents. However, their teammates can only see their code names, and essentially, the first team to identify all of the agents wins. It's also suitable for players from 10 years + and makes a great family game, too. 

What would a list of adult boards game be without at least one drinking game? If you're familiar with the rules of Monopoly and you like to drink — then you're all set on how to play Drinkopoly!

All you need is a shot glass, a few friends and your favourite bevvies to enjoy a series of hilarious tasks as you move your pawn around the game board. Just make sure you choose to play this with friends who are comfortable with drinking alcohol — and, of course, remember to always drink responsibly.

Best described as a “Choose Your Own Adventure” tabletop dungeon crawler, Gloomhaven has you battle against monsters using a turn-based card system. With a complex, branching storyline best played over several sessions — you’re going to want to seriously dedicate some time to this one!

For those seeking a challenge, Gloomhaven is a gripping tactical cooperative combat game that can even be played solo. While certainly not cheap, it does have a lot of replay value. So if it seems like your sort of thing, give it a go.

In this anti-capitalism parody game, Monopoly Socialism takes the rules of Monopoly and turns them on their head. Instead of buying property, players work together to fund community-based projects. Pass GO and everyone receives 50 from the bank, 5 of which is to be immediately paid to the Community Fund!

Although a little controversial and arguably not quite as fun as the original — it's a thoughtful and intriguing take on the Boxing Day classic for anyone who enjoys a bit of political satire.  

Based on the hit Channel 4 show by the same name, Very British Problems is the quintessential game for awkward Brits. This board game tests how well you know your friends through a series of questions designed to out your inner Britishness.

In essence, it's an uncomplicated game full of self-deprecating humour and ideal for horrifying your international friends! It's affordable and comes with wipe-clean boards and pens which is handy — but the subject matter makes it more of a novelty game than one you'd play regularly.